Euroguss Düsseldorf – Meeting place for the international die casting industry

Euroguss: Where the future of die casting is decided

Every two years, Düsseldorf becomes the center of the die casting world. Euroguss, Europe's most important trade fair for die casting processes and technologies, brings together developers, producers, and users to present the latest trends, machines, and materials. A glance at the trade fair shows that die casting has long since left its niche existence behind. It is an indispensable part of modern manufacturing – from the automotive industry to electronics, medical technology, and renewable energies.

An industry in transition

While traditional applications continue to form a solid foundation, the industry is under pressure to innovate. Lightweight construction, energy efficiency, and increasing electrification—especially in the automotive industry—demand new solutions. Aluminum, magnesium, and increasingly zinc are more in demand than ever when it comes to manufacturing components that are stable, lightweight, and resource-efficient. Euroguss shows how consistently the industry is responding to these requirements. From high-pressure die casting machines and new alloys to additive processes that are increasingly being combined with classic casting processes – the density of innovation is high. And anyone interested in related technologies will also find what they are looking for at the Nuremberg Trade Fair.

Focus on technological innovations

One glance at the exhibition halls is enough to see that die casting has long been a high-tech industry. Modern machines operate with cycle times that would have been unthinkable just a few years ago. Today, robot technology is just as much a part of the casting cell as complex control systems that collect data in real time and automatically optimize processes. On the materials side, the trend toward new alloys continues. Aluminum-silicon compositions, high-strength magnesium alloys, and heat-treatable zinc variants give designers more leeway—and help them master the balancing act between lightweight construction and strength. Particularly exciting is the increasing combination of cast components with additively manufactured structures, for example to create cavities or further reduce weight.

Sustainability as a development goal

The requirements for sustainable production are high – and the die casting industry is rising to this challenge. Many of the technologies presented at Euroguss aim to reduce energy consumption, optimize material usage, and minimize waste. More efficient melting furnaces, more precise spraying and lubrication techniques, recycling systems for foundry waste – sustainability is no longer a trend topic, but has long been a development standard. In addition, recycled materials are gaining in importance. Recyclates from aluminum or zinc scrap not only offer ecological advantages, but can also compete with primary materials in many applications thanks to modern processing technologies.

Automation and digitalization

Today, sustainability in die casting also means digital process control. Foundries are increasingly investing in sensor technology, process data acquisition, and intelligent control systems. Predictive maintenance—i.e., the proactive maintenance of machines—is no longer just a buzzword, but is being implemented in practice. Machines that react independently to deviations or optimize production processes in real time are not a thing of the future at Euroguss, but have long been a reality. This development is also changing the requirements for skilled workers. Tomorrow's foundry technologists must not only know materials and processes, but also be able to understand data and control systems. Euroguss impressively demonstrates how new job profiles and qualification profiles are emerging in this area.

New markets, new opportunities

The die casting industry is benefiting from the global demand for lightweight, robust, and precise components. The e-mobility sector is currently developing particularly dynamically: battery housings, structural parts for electric vehicles, or components for charging infrastructure—everywhere, solutions are in demand that can be efficiently manufactured in large quantities. This is exactly where die casting plays to its strengths. The range of applications is also growing in mechanical and plant engineering, aerospace, and medical technology. Miniaturized components, complex geometries, maximum precision—die casting provides answers to the requirements of demanding industries.

Internationality as a factor for success

With around 750 exhibitors from over 30 countries, Euroguss is a truly world-leading trade fair. International exchange characterizes the event: trade visitors from Europe, Asia, and America take the opportunity to find out about the latest developments, make contacts, and initiate collaborations. It is clear that even though production sites are spread across the globe, Europe remains the technological leader in die casting. Research and development are highly valued here – a competitive advantage that Euroguss impressively demonstrates.

Prospects for the industry

The challenges are great, but so are the prospects. Die casting is far from reaching the end of its development potential. New materials, intelligent processes, sustainable production methods – all of these show that the industry remains agile and is committed to change. Anyone who wants to take a look at the future of die casting will find not only machines and technologies at Euroguss, but also ideas and visions. And that is exactly what a dynamic industry needs. Further information can be found on the organizer's website: www.euroguss.de